Lesson Plan for Preschool-Grade 2

Name Daysi Reinoso

What content area(s) does this lesson cover?

Content The content area this lesson covers is Literacy. Exposing students to literacy at a young age is
area(s)/developmental crucial because it lays the foundation for essential literacy skills. Also, it fosters language
domain(s) addressed development, socio-emotional skills, cognitive growth, and simply the ability to communicate
with others.
How does this lesson support all five domains of child development?
Language Domain: This lesson supports the language domain by exposing the students to basic
print concepts such as the directionality of the print (read from left to right, top to bottom),
understanding that printed texts convey a message, and recognizing the correct way to handle a
book.
Physical Domain: Students will refine their fine motor skills by supporting the teacher in turning
the book's pages and manipulating leaves before and after the read-aloud. Also, students will use
their sense of sight to identify the colors of the leaves presented in the book.
Socio-emotional Domain: Students will identify the tree's feelings, connect to their own
experiences, and empathize with their peers' experiences. They will have the opportunity to
express their ideas and opinions after the read-aloud and understand when it is their friends'
turn to share and be good listeners.
Cognitive Domain: Students will explore how leaves change color throughout the seasons and
recognize the pattern seasons follow in the year.
Brief description and Why is there a need for this lesson (include citation)?
rationale for the lesson Four-year-olds are building their knowledge of written and spoken language. Children recognize
many letters at this age and associate them with their corresponding sounds. This lesson will
help students expand their phonological awareness, considering that read-aloud increases
students' opportunities to understand the structure of sounds to produce words and sets the
stage for more complex skills like decoding and, ultimately, reading. Also, students will be
exposed to new concepts, allowing them to expand their vocabulary. Research shows that
read-aloud enables various literacy skills such as vocabulary development, syntax acquisition,
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and story recall. (McGee & Schickedanz, 2007). Preschool students benefit from interactive
read-aloud, even if their duration is short, since it helps them improve their expressive language,
listening, and comprehension skills.
This lesson is:
* A new * A continuation of a previous lesson/activity
concept/activity
* A conclusion of a concept
* A review of a previous
lesson/activity
Keep in mind appropriate length of an activity for preschool-aged children is 15-20 minutes, no
Timeframe more than 45 mins for children K-2 grade)
15-20 minutes
Objective(s) of the activity What will children know, or demonstrate as a result of this learning experience? SMART
OBJECTIVES
Lesson objectives must align with the assessment of student learning.
Students will be able to recall text
Students will be able to identify the change in color of the leaves depending on the season by
participating in a group discussion and then creating their tree.
Connections to guidelines/ Which NYS Early Learning Guidelines or Next Generation ELA Standards are addressed? Are there
standards/milestones other standards used?
PK.AC.1. Demonstrates motivation to communicate
PK.AC.3 Demonstrates understanding of what is observed
PK.ELAL.5. [PKR.1.] Participates in discussions about a text
Language Objectives What language/vocabulary, communication, or literacy skill(s) do I want my students to develop in
this lesson? Which academic language demands am I targeting? Choose one, including language
functions, vocabulary, syntax, or discourse that is central to this learning segment. How is this
activity using the specific language demand? Language objectives must align with the assessment
of children’s language learning.
This lesson is targeting vocabulary. Vocabulary acquisition is essential for children's language
development since it sets a foundation for practical literacy skills in the future, such as reading
comprehension. Before beginning the lesson, I will present five words: autumn, change, spring,
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winter, and summer. These words will be written on chart paper, and I will ask, "What do these
words mean to you?" Students' answers will be recorded. Students must understand these
concepts before we start reading the book since it will allow them to comprehend the message
the text is conveying. I will start the read-aloud and emphasize these vocabulary words as I come
across them, and this will give students a more tangible understanding of these words now that
they are put into context.

Resources/materials needed: - Book “Little Tree” by Loren Long

(Include any worksheets or - Chart Paper
sources of evidence for - Different colored leaves
children’s learning you will use - Markers
during the activity) - Glue
Technology inclusion (if
applicable)
Procedures (step by step) Objective(s) SAME FROM ABOVE
Students will be able to recall text
Students will be able to identify the change in color of the leaves depending on the season by
participating in a group discussion and then creating their tree.
Anticipatory Set (Connection/Motivation) What will you do to get children’s attention, or to
introduce children to this learning activity? Describe the process of getting them interested and
engaged.
I will invite students to the meeting area and ask them to sit around the carpet in a circle. I will
show the students different colored leaves collected from outside. I will put them all in a basket
and pass it around for students to look closer. Then, I will spread them out in the middle and ask
students, “What do you notice about these leaves?” “Why do you think they are different colors?”
Their answers will be written on chart paper so we can revisit them after we complete the
lesson. Once students finish discussing the leaves' similarities and differences, I will introduce
the book: “Today we will read a story about a little tree who didn’t want to let go of his leaves.”
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Instruction/Mini Lesson (Outline the procedures or sequence activities that will make up this
learning experience; for instance, you might follow a routine wherein you model (I try); and ask for
active involvement (we try) during a whole group session.
1. I will introduce the vocabulary relevant to the story: change, autumn, summer, spring, and
winter. These words will be written on chart paper with the first letter bolded,
underlined, and in red color. I will read all the words and ask the students, “What do these
words mean to you? ” and record their answers.
2. I will introduce the story by saying, “Today, we are going to read about a little tree who
struggled to let go of his leaves.” I will read the title and the author of the story: “Little
Tree” by Loren Long
3. I will make a few pauses to ask them some questions. On the first pause, I will ask, “What
do you notice about this tree?”. On the second pause, I will ask, “What is happening to the
leaves?”. On the third pause, I will ask, “Why do you think the little tree does not want to
let go of his leaves?” On the fourth pause, I will ask, “How does the little tree look different
than the other trees?” On the fifth pause I will ask “Why do think the little tree finally let
go of his leaves?”
4. I will ask students to look out the window and describe the leaves they see. Then I will
ask, “Based on the color of the leaves we saw, what season do you think we are currently
in?”
Independent Practice (small group activity, working with partners, or independently- You TRY)
I will ask students to create their tree. They go to their tables and think about their favorite
season. I will give them paper, leaves, and glue to create a tree representing their favorite
season.
Closure (sharing/reflection, next steps)
I will invite students to join me in the meeting area, and I will display their answers recorded at
the beginning of the lesson. First, I will ask students to share their work and encourage them to
ask questions. Then, I will read their answers aloud and ask students if they want to add more
ideas to our chart. I would say, “After completing your work and having had more time to interact
with the leaves, what else do you notice about them? Do you have any questions about what you
observed?”
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Method of assessing children’s Pre-assessment Assessment of Student Assessment of Children’s

understanding of Outline the steps you will take Learning Outline the steps you Language Learning
lesson/activity/objective(s) to evaluate student’s prior will take to evaluate students’ Outline the steps you will
(Be sure to include any tools, knowledge(i.e., What are the learning. What evidence will I take to evaluate students’
rubrics/checklists, and/or skills and/or content have to assess whether students language learning. What
worksheets you will use for knowledge the students need to have successfully achieved the evidence will I have to assess
assessment(s) effectively engage in the content objectives (i.e., rubrics, whether students have
activity?). checklists). successfully achieved the
I will assess the students’ prior Students will choose their content objectives?
knowledge during the first favorite season and utilize art Students will present their
discussion. When students materials such as leaves to create tree to the class. I will ask
interact with the leaves placed their trees. I will give students questions such as “Why is
in front of them, I will ask empty tree templates and a ____ your favorite season?”
them questions to learn about writing prompt underneath the and “How do leaves look
how extensive their knowledge tree. Students will be asked to when it is ______?” This will
is on leaves. come pick out the leaves they allow me to gather
will use to represent the season information on whether
they chose. Then, once they they understood the
finish creating their tree, they vocabulary presented at the
will complete the sentence: beginning of the lesson.
My favorite season is _________. Also, I will be able to assess
if students can identify the
change in color according
to the season they selected.
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Plans for differentiated Supporting children with Supporting English Language Learners, a culturally
instruction/instructional identified delays or responsive pedagogy, and anti-bias/anti-racist curriculum
modifications disabilities (i.e., IEPs and 504 What modifications should I make to the activity to ensure all
Describe how you will support plans) students are included and engaged in all steps required to meet
struggling learners. To support students with the lesson’s objectives?
I will provide chairs for students identified delays or For English Language Learner students, I will preview the book
who cannot sit on the carpet for disabilities, I will provide with them before the whole class read-aloud. I will do a picture
the entire read-aloud. Also, I can visual aids. Also, I will follow walk to help them familiarize themselves with the story and
provide season flashcards (with their IEPs or 504 Plans. have them discuss what they see in the picture. Also, I will send
pictures and words) and Home a copy of the book in the child’s home language for the
magnetic letters for the writing What considerations should I parents to read with the child the day before the read-aloud.
activity for students to build the keep in mind regarding cultural This way, when we do the group read-aloud, students can draw
words. I will encourage the relevance, age appropriateness, more connections from the story to their personal experiences.
student to match the magnetic and ability levels for all
letters with those in the learners?
flashcard. I will guide students I can provide one-to-one
through the letter selection if support for students who need
needed. additional help paying
attention to the story and
Describe how you will support participating throughout. To
learners who have mastered the support my students’ cultural
concepts and need additional diversity, I will ask questions
challenges. after the read-aloud about the
During the writing activity, I will seasons in their own country. I
encourage these students to would say, “In my country of
write the word by sounding origin, Ecuador, we don’t have
each letter. any seasons. It’s either cold or
hot. Can you tell us about the
seasons in your country?” As
students share their answers, I
will encourage them to find
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similarities and differences

between our countries.

Follow up/Extension activities How can I provide an opportunity to remediate, reinforce, or expand on students’ learning today in
class?
I would go into more depth as to how and why leaves change color. I will engage students in
Family Engagement Activities non-fiction texts to explore real-life connections. To further this learning, I will take them on a
nature walk and encourage students to carefully observe the color of the leaves on the trees.

How can I support families in extending the learning in their home environment?
I would distribute fiction and non-fiction books for students to take home. I would select the
books thoroughly to be certain that the texts correlate with the lesson taught. I would invite
parents to read with their children and ask them questions that will deepen their understanding,
such as “What color are the leaves depending on the season?” “Why do leaves fall out the tree
when winter comes?” or “How do leaves change color?” I would suggest to parents that when
reading, they could capitalize on the reason leaves change colors.
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INCLUDE ASSESSMENT TEMPLATES

● FOR PRE-ASSESSMENT,

Checklist
Student’s name: __________________________ Date: ______________________________

Math Yes No Comments

Recognizing the pattern of seasons

Recognizes colors

Recognizes similarities and differences

Literacy

Participates in group discussion

Listen when peers are speaking

Takes turns speaking about the topic

Pays attention to the speaker

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● QUANTITATIVE:
Student’s name: __________________________ Date: ______________________________

Lesson Name: The Little Tree by Loren Long

Lesson Type: Read Aloud
Grade: Preschool

Directions: Select the score from the category that best reflects student’s performance.
Category: Reading Comprehension
Objective:
Students will be able to recall the text
Students will be able to identify the change in color of the leaves depending on the season by participating in a group discussion
and then creating their tree.

Literacy Yes No Comments

I can identify the change in color of the leaves

I can recall the text

I can present my tree and explain my selection

Teacher’s comments:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
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Name: ___________________________________

My favorite season is ________________________________